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Patrick Smith, based in New York, covers the business of law, including the ways law firms compete for clients and talent, M&A and corporate work, leadership and marketing innovation. Reach him at [email protected] or on Twitter at @nycpatrickd
February 6, 2023 | The American Lawyer
With four generations co-mingling in the workplace, and some law firms demanding a return to the office, more conflicts are arising in law firms.
By Andrew Maloney | Patrick Smith | Hank Grezlak
9 minute read
January 30, 2023 | The American Lawyer
As law firms are pushing lawyers and staff to return to offices, constant stress, triggered by the pandemic and other events, has changed people and the legal workplace.
By Andrew Maloney | Patrick Smith | Hank Grezlak
9 minute read
January 25, 2023 | The American Lawyer
Goodwin's dual moves this month will likely signal how the Am Law 200 will grow this year—forcing out lawyers in currently low-growth areas while prioritizing growth in other practices.
By Patrick Smith
4 minute read
January 17, 2023 | The American Lawyer
"Getting people to come back in the office is continuing to be a challenge," said one Am Law 100 leader. "Do we lay down the law? Or is the cost of doing that not worth the price we will pay?"
By Andrew Maloney | Patrick Smith
6 minute read
January 13, 2023 | The American Lawyer
In interviews with more than a dozen firm leaders, many identified these external factors as some of their top concerns in 2023.
By Andrew Maloney | Patrick Smith
6 minute read
December 1, 2022 | The American Lawyer
While Skadden became the latest firm whose year-end bonuses were confirmed, few other firms have announced associate bonuses. "They are scared shitless," said one Am Law 25 firm leader about peers.
By Patrick Smith
4 minute read
November 16, 2022 | The American Lawyer
Incoming firm chair Paul Rosenthal said there were no "serious" merger talks at the moment but the firm always has its share of suitors.
By Patrick Smith
4 minute read
November 7, 2022 | New York Law Journal
The law may have a big effect on staff competition at large law firms as well as associates at midsize and smaller firms.
By Patrick Smith
6 minute read
November 2, 2022 | The American Lawyer
The law firm had been representing Ye in at least two federal court cases.
By Patrick Smith
2 minute read
November 1, 2022 | The American Lawyer
Some attorneys still point to the difficulty of bringing allegations against rainmaking partners or other top leaders within firms.
By Patrick Smith | Jessie Yount | Jacob Polacheck
6 minute read
New Jersey Law Journal honors lawyers leaving a mark on the legal community in New Jersey with their dedication to the profession.
The Legal Intelligencer honors lawyers leaving a mark on the legal community in Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Consulting Magazine recognizes leaders in technology across three categories Leadership, Client Service and Innovation.
Health Law Associate CT Shipman is seeking an associate to join our national longstanding health law practice. Candidates must have t...
Shipman & Goodwin LLP is seeking two associates to expand our national commercial real estate lending practice. Candidates should have ...
Epstein Becker & Green is seeking an associate to joins its Commercial Litigation practice in our Columbus or Cincinnati offices. Ca...
MELICK & PORTER, LLP PROMOTES CONNECTICUT PARTNERS HOLLY ROGERS, STEVEN BANKS, and ALEXANDER AHRENS